The IMO Podcast - open and honest conversations with care leavers IMO - In My Opinion

In the first episode of series 4, Isatu talks to IMO about her story, her work with Amour Destiné, and how resilience and a positive mindset can help young people navigate their way through adversity.

The IMO Podcast is a series of open and honest conversations with care leavers that gives a voice to the diverse experiences that make up the care population. Each episode we invite someone who’s been in care to talk about anything they like. It’s an opportunity to hear the voices of people who often don’t get the chance to tell their stories, and it’s a chance to inspire and encourage others in similar situations.

In the second episode of series 4, Louise talks to IMO about being a single mum whilst working as a full time civil servant, the challenges she has faced throughout her life in care including discrimination and lack of support, and her message of self-belief and how leaning on support networks can help care leavers who are navigating the transition to adulthood.

The IMO Podcast is a series of open and honest conversations with care leavers that gives a voice to the diverse experiences that make up the care population. Each episode we invite someone who’s been in care to talk about anything they like. It’s an opportunity to hear the voices of people who often don’t get the chance to tell their stories, and it’s a chance to inspire and encourage others in similar situations.

In the third episode of series 4 of the IMO Podcast, Rebekah reflects on her experience of social workers both as a child in care and now as a professional working in the industry. She also talks about misconceptions of being in care, her views on whether care experience should be a protected characteristic and and offers advice for children in care and care leavers.

The IMO Podcast is a series of open and honest conversations with care leavers that gives a voice to the diverse experiences that make up the care population. Each episode we invite someone who’s been in care to talk about anything they like. It’s an opportunity to hear the voices of people who often don’t get the chance to tell their stories, and it’s a chance to inspire and encourage others in similar situations.

In the 4th episode of series 4, Luke talks to IMO about the experience he has gained from pushing himself to try every opportunity that comes his way, this includes joining the Children's Commissioner's Care Experienced Advisory Board and a placement at Durham County Council. His drive to try new things helped him come up with the idea of creating supply packs for children entering care and to pitch for and obtain funding from Durham County Council. Luke's story speaks to the importance of seizing opportunities and being ambitious as a care experience young person.

The IMO Podcast is a series of open and honest conversations with care leavers that gives a voice to the diverse experiences that make up the care population. Each episode we invite someone who’s been in care to talk about anything they like. It’s an opportunity to hear the voices of people who often don’t get the chance to tell their stories, and it’s a chance to inspire and encourage others in similar situations.

In the final episode of series 4, IMO speaks with Annie Gibb’s, who is a care experienced female rights diversity advocate. Annie set up Amour Destine which, as you will hear, is an incredible organisation which inspires black women and girls who have experienced trauma to know that their experience does not define their future. Annie’s message of embracing your destiny shone throughout this podcast. It is a great listen for anyone who wants to start 2024 feeling inspired to create positive change.

The IMO Podcast is a series of open and honest conversations with care leavers that gives a voice to the diverse experiences that make up the care population. Each episode we invite someone who’s been in care to talk about anything they like. It’s an opportunity to hear the voices of people who often don’t get the chance to tell their stories, and it’s a chance to inspire and encourage others in similar situations.

In the first episode of series 3 we talk to Jerome about how the suicide of a close friend inspired him to set up The Tope Project, a loving space for care leavers to combat loneliness. He also talks about his journey of healing the traumas he experienced in the care system and living with peace and joy in his present.

The IMO Podcast is a series of open and honest conversations with care leavers.

Series three continues to shine a light on the experiences of children in care and care leavers. Each episode we invite someone who’s been in care to talk about anything they like. It’s an opportunity to hear the voices of people who often don’t get the chance to tell their stories, and it’s a chance to inspire and encourage others in similar situations. You can find out more about the series at www.imohub.org.uk/podcast.